When using a topwater lure for bass, I have used a loop knot so the lure itself will float more freely than if the knot is tied and seated directly on the eye of the lure. Has anyone ever tried this for a fly?, and if so how did it work? I thiough maybe the fly might float more naturaly this way. Any thought on the matter? flyguys

Ditto on what Gary said. I too use the loop knot when fishing poppers and foam flies, or streamer-type flies that have alot of natural movement in them (such as the Swamp Rabbit fly or a SmallieCraw I tie). I just use a clinch knot for trout flies.

The link for Animated Knots is great- just about any knot for any application. I looked for a link, couldn't find it- Jason Borger has a video to tie a nailless nail knot to join the fly line and monofilament leader. I use some furled leaders but have installed (?) a short mono loop on all my flyrods for the furled leader or mono leader.